Kashmir I 22 March 2025- Real Kashmir FC will face off against Delhi FC on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in a pivotal 2024-25 I-League matchup at Mahilpur Football Stadium in Mahilpur, Punjab. The game is scheduled to kick off at 2:00 PM IST and will be broadcast live on Sony Sports 2, with streaming available on the SSEN app and website. Nicknamed the Snow Leopards, Real Kashmir FC heads into this fixture with their sights set on a top-three finish after a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to a 10-man SC Bengaluru side last week dashed their immediate title hopes.
The Srinagar-based club currently sits fourth in the I-League standings with 32 points from 19 matches. League leaders Churchill Brothers FC hold a five-point advantage with 37 points, followed by Inter Kashi (35 points) in second and Gokulam Kerala (31 points) breathing down Real Kashmir’s neck in fifth—all from 19 games. Under the guidance of head coach Ishfaq Ahmad, Real Kashmir remains mathematically in contention for the 2024-25 I-League title. However, their path to glory depends on winning all three of their remaining matches—including a blockbuster season finale at home against Churchill Brothers—while hoping the table-toppers stumble. In stark contrast, Delhi FC finds itself anchored at the bottom of the I-League table with just 13 points from 19 outings.
The capital club has endured a torrid run, securing only one victory in their last five matches while suffering four defeats. With relegation looming, Delhi will be desperate to turn their fortunes around, but they face a formidable challenge against a motivated Real Kashmir side. Real Kashmir’s recent form has been a mixed bag, with three wins and two losses in their last five games. However, their struggles on the road could give Delhi FC a glimmer of hope. The Snow Leopards have failed to replicate their strong home performances away from Srinagar, making this Punjab clash unpredictable. Delhi FC, meanwhile, has little to lose and could play with freedom, but their lack of consistency and defensive frailties might prove costly against a Real Kashmir team eager to keep their season alive.
For Real Kashmir FC, a victory is non-negotiable to maintain pressure on the top three and keep their slim title aspirations intact. Keywords like I-League 2024-25, Real Kashmir FC, Delhi FC, Snow Leopards, and Mahilpur Football Stadium encapsulate the stakes of this matchup. A slip-up could see Gokulam Kerala overtake them, while a win sets the stage for an exciting finish to the campaign. As the Snow Leopards prepare to lock horns with a struggling Delhi FC, all eyes will be on Ishfaq Ahmad’s men to see if they can roar back into contention in this thrilling I-League season. Tune in at 2:00 PM on Sony Sports 2 or the SSEN platform to catch the action live.